See my previous question to understand wher I am going with this. We do spend alot of time with the kids and they do have a stable environment - however, they are spoiled rotten - we all are. We live on the lake - have boat - jet ski, knee-board, wake-board, skis etc. - have 4 wheeler - dirt bikes - you name it! I just think they aer so spoiled that we need to take things away. Of course, no way do they have or will have own TV, phone in own Room.
We spend alot of time on lake boating, on the beach, fishing, football games (they are in football 4 times week - games on Saturday) - so we do keep busy and family oriented in what we do.
It just STINKS that they possess the attitude that they don't care what we do as far as punishment 4 their actions. Whether they get grounded or have radio taken out of their room for a day, or don't get to ride dirt bike or Not play outside - No TV! Their response is simply - So! or I don't care! or Ohhh my - sarcastically!
As a mom/step mom of four teenagers, I can assure you that what you're experiencing is normal teenage behavior. Remember that in the teen years these kids are learning to become independent and separate. We are, in their eyes, the most boring, clueless, old-fashion human beings to ever walk the planet earth. Imagine if they always felt about us the way they did when they we're toddlers... when we could do no wrong... they'd NEVER leave home. So, hang in there. It sounds like you've given them a wonderful life. Just make sure they are staying on track in school and planning for a life away from home. Under no circumstances allow them to not have future plans to attend college and experience life on their own. |
